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carburize

 

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Verb carburize has 1 sense
  1. carbonize, carbonise, carburize, carburise - unite with carbon; "carburize metal"
    --1 is one way to change state, turn
    Derived form: noun carbon1
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Carburize

Verb: To combine or infiltrate with carbon, typically to increase the hardness or strength of a metal.

Example sentence: The blacksmith carburized the steel to improve its ability to withstand high temperatures.

Noun: The process or method of infusing carbon into metal.

Example sentence: Carburization is often used in the automotive industry to enhance the durability of engine components.

Adjective: Describing a metal that has undergone the process of carburization.

Example sentence: The carburized gears in the transmission provided superior wear resistance.

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